Peter O'brien
About Peter O'brien
Peter O'Brien is an Inside Sales Team Lead at Varonis, specializing in solving complex cybersecurity challenges related to data governance and compliance.
Current Role at Varonis
Peter O'Brien serves as the Inside Sales Team Lead at Varonis, a position he has held since 2021. Based in New York, New York, he focuses on leading a team within the company to drive sales initiatives. His role involves addressing complex cybersecurity challenges, emphasizing data governance, compliance, privacy, insider threats, ransomware, and incident response.
Previous Experience at Varonis
Prior to his current role, Peter worked as a Territory Development Representative at Varonis from 2020 to 2021. During his 11-month tenure, he contributed to expanding the company's market presence and establishing strong customer relationships, focusing on the same range of cybersecurity challenges that define his current responsibilities.
Early Career Roles
Before joining Varonis, Peter O'Brien gained experience in various roles. In 2020, he worked as an Account Development Representative at BetterCloud for 2 months. Prior to that, he served as an Assistant at Anthony G Ferry for 4 months in 2019. His career began with roles in youth coordination at the Jesuit Volunteer Corps and leadership roles at Camp Dudley between 2014 and 2017.
Educational Background
Peter O'Brien obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Santa Clara University, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. Prior to university, he attended Fordham Preparatory School from 2010 to 2014. His academic background laid a foundation for his analytical and leadership skills in professional settings.
Specialization in Cybersecurity
Specializing in solving complex cybersecurity challenges, Peter O'Brien focuses on data governance, compliance, privacy, insider threats, ransomware, and incident response. His expertise spans across various sectors, including legal, financial, healthcare, consulting, real estate, media, research, non-profit, education, and government.
Contributions to Varonis
Peter contributes to Varonis' recognition as a market leader in User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) and File Analysis. He is part of a team that provides actionable intelligence and automation, empowering firms to manage data security effectively. His involvement in delivering risk assessments helps clients achieve unparalleled visibility and develop robust data governance strategies.